100 years of independence.
50 years of European membership.

Half a century ago, Ireland joined the EU.

Europe’s transatlantic gateway and link to the anglophone world, we have benefited immensely from the Irish spirit in our Union.

A people that struggled for the right to self-determination, who export openness and ingenuity wherever they venture, may we all learn from the resilience of the Irish.

Here’s to many more years of unity and building a stronger EU, together—le chéile.

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